The environment of your program can have a deep impact on the overall goals of out-of-school time programs. Through this training series, participants will better understand the role of the environment and in turn will be equipped with the resources to create an atmosphere in which children’s and youth’s growth and development are supported by the ways in which the space is arranged and managed, materials are chosen and maintained, and interpersonal relationships are developed.
There are three essential out-of-school time program environments; indoor, outdoor, and the interpersonal. This training will help staff to enhance the out-of-school time program environment for children and youth.
Out-of-school time programs share space and facilities that are used by other people and for other purposes during the school day. Learning how to accomplish this in a collegial, congenial way is essential for effective programming.
Out-of-school time programs share space and facilities that are used by other people and for other purposes during the school day. Learning how to accomplish this in a collegial, congenial way is essential for effective programming.
Sharing space is advanced collaboration and cooperation. Resolving differences is important and require much work and dedication on the part of everyone.
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Supporting young people’s mental health requires a comprehensive, coordinated effort across all levels of their care. Out-of-school time programs play a central role in supporting a young person’s mental health and should be seen as a core component in the mental health system for young people. Youth development staff are the caring adults that help youth heal from trauma and are also their advocates when we notice youth who are in distress. Request these trainings to strengthen the capacity and knowledge of your staff to support young people’s mental health and wellness.